You understand where I stand, Mr.Menocal." The latter gave a number of slow nods saying, "I understand, I understand.

Good day, Mr.Bryant.And remember that you have an account with us and that the bank will be pleased to render you any service possible." Sleepily the banker, watching through the bank window, saw the young man lead his horse across the street and once more disappear within the courthouse.

Then for some minutes he continued in somnolent contemplation of the courthouse front.

At last he called: "Isidro, Isidro! Go find Joe Garcia and tell him I wish to speak with him in half an hour in my garden.

Look for him at home and in the saloon, but find him wherever he is.